Insurance Defense Litigation Paralegal

Paralegal - Join a Leading Litigation Team
Hybrid Work Opportunities Available
Tyson & Mendes, a nationally recognized law firm specializing in insurance defense litigation, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented paralegal to support our attorneys in civil litigation, personal injury, and construction defect matters. If you thrive in a fast-paced legal environment and want to be part of a collaborative, high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you.

Our paralegals are trusted members of the litigation team, and we invest in their growth and success.

Work alongside talented attorneys and legal professionals in a team-focused environment
Be part of a culture that prioritizes respect, transparency, and inclusion
Enjoy hybrid work flexibility, supporting work-life balance and productivity
Access professional development through mentorship, training, and ongoing learning
Benefit from a competitive billable hours bonus program that recognizes your contributions
As a Paralegal at Tyson & Mendes, you'll be a key player in supporting attorneys through every phase of litigation. You will assist with case management, draft and proofread legal documents, organize, review, and manage large volumes of records related to litigation, and assist with preparing for depositions, hearings, and trials. You'll leverage legal technology and case management tools to stay organized and streamline workflows in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

We're looking for a highly motivated paralegal with at least three years of experience in civil litigation, insurance defense, or personal injury matters. Strong communication skills, professionalism, and a collaborative mindset are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems.

Ability to assist attorneys with propounding and responding to discovery (interrogatories, requests for admissions, and request for production, subpoenas, and preparing deposition binders) and motions (preparation of any supporting documents and exhibits, and preparing hearing binders)
Ability to manage trial preparation including: coordination of witnesses and travel, trial exhibits, charts, trial notebook, subpoenas, and page lines
Independently obtain, review and organize medical records/medical billings, calculate damages including medical expenses, lost wages and property damage
Paralegal certification
Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a litigation paralegal
Ability to work in the office 1 day a week
Experience with litigation in the state of New York is highly encouraged
Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal deadlines and rules)
High proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook and Adobe Acrobat
Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision
The hourly pay range of $35-48/hour, depending on experience
Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as needed
Paralegals are eligible for an annual bonus ranging from $250-$3,000
Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60
Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employee contribution for health/vision/dental coverage is $700-$1,700)
Educational reimbursement program for non-attorney eligible team members (up to $3,500 per calendar year)

• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
• Internal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women's Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
• Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues

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